as in policeman
a member of a force charged with law enforcement at the local level
a cop stopped her for speeding
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1
as in to buy
to get possession of (something) by giving money in exchange for
I copped a great outfit for only $50
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
some concertgoers rushed pell-mell through the doors so that they could cop the seats down front
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Recent Examples of cop
Steve Garbarino, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
In a futuristic and extremely crime-ridden Detroit, cop Alex Murphy (Peter Weller) is killed in the line of duty and brought back as a cyborg warrior by a shady corporation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 July 2025
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
Fans can cop tickets at Little Brother’s website staring April 9.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
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Noun
As Bronson Pinchot’s hapless character, Elliot, is speeding in his ragtop Porsche with a girl bent over his lap along a 15 mph curve on Mulholland Drive, cop lights go off behind him.
—Steve Garbarino, HollywoodReporter, 10 July 2025
In a futuristic and extremely crime-ridden Detroit, cop Alex Murphy (Peter Weller) is killed in the line of duty and brought back as a cyborg warrior by a shady corporation.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 10 July 2025
Verb
Thanks to Fanatics, the NFL's go-to gear partner, every team's hat is live and ready for fans to cop.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
Fans can cop tickets at Little Brother’s website staring April 9.
—Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cop
Noun
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He was stopped by policemen, who heard the story and waved them on.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
16 July 2025
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This is the meat of the film, tormenting Jeanne with all the possibilities (a friendly policeman tracks Suzanne to Belgium, where the trail goes cold).—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
10 July 2025
Verb
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The legislation, in part, calls for a 500% tariff on goods imported from countries that continue to buy Russian oil, gas, uranium and other exports.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
14 July 2025
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The system worked, and Border Protection soon bought more.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Order fish tacos or fresh salads at Bad Boy Burrito; grab at coffee at Cafe Moka; shop for clothing and gifts at Miss Monroe Boutique; and browse the open-air stalls at boo kee sue Botanics for handmade textiles, ceramics, and more.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
12 July 2025
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To find your nearest 7-Eleven and grab a free Slurpee, search the store locator on 7-Eleven's website.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Body camera video released by the Atlanta Police Department shows officers taking several packages out of the suitcase.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
14 July 2025
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According to the motion, ICE officers were apparently looking for one of Orozco’s sons, who is decades younger but has the same name.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
Verb
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With over 525,000 visitors to the tournament, over 5% of all spectators purchased one of the champs logo caps in 2025.—
Tim Newcomb,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Over the summer, Lakefront purchased Kenosha's Public Brewing Co. and after some minor renovations, reopened the brewery under the same name.—
Jordyn Noennig,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Scannell also said that his dogs as well as one of his neighbors suffered respiratory problems after one of the project's contractors — who was later fired — was caught dumping debris out of the building's windows.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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While strolling, take a moment to stop and catch views of the Tuckasegee River and visit the Swain County Heritage Museum.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
22 July 2025
Noun
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In addition to his time as police chief of Gateway, Hardin served two terms as a constable in Benton County.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
10 July 2025
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The constable’s office said the woman, who was armed with a handgun, was refusing to drop the weapon.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Though, they have been known to try to snatch plastic water bottles and other treasures from guests' belongings (seems like fair revenge to me).—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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Our goal isn't to snatch phones and iPads and screens.—
Eileen Finan,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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“Cop.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cop. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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